Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Transaxle Fluid Temperature (Tft) Sensor [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
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The transaxle fluid temperature (TFT) sensor detects the ATF temperature in the oil pan.
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The transaxle fluid temperature (TFT) sensor signal is used for automatic shift control, TCC control, line pressure control, direct electric shift control, learning control, and the on-board diagnostic system.
Construction
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The transaxle fluid temperature (TFT) sensor is integrated with the coupler component and installed to the control valve body.
Operation
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The transaxle fluid temperature (TFT) sensor outputs the signal corresponding to the ATF temperature in the oil pan to the TCM.
Shift Point Control (Manual Shift Control) [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Outline
The TCM operates the manual shift control when the M position is selected.
If the M position is selected, manual shifting is prioritized according to
the driver’s shift up/ ...
Transaxle Range Sensor [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The transaxle range sensor detects the position of the manual valve and selector
lever.
The transaxle range sensor signal is used for automatic shift control, manual ...
Other materials:
Transfer Oil Inspection [Fw6 Ax EL]
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the oil level plug with the washer.
3. Checking by hand, verify that the oil is near the brim of the plug hole.
If the oil level is low, add the specified amount and type of oil through
the oil level plug hole.
Transfer oil
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Charging System Warning Light
Purpose, Function
Warns the driver of a charging system malfunction.
Construction
The charging system warning light is built into the instrument cluster..
Operation
Illuminates when a malfunction occurs in the charging system and DTCs is
stored in the PCM.
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Differential Oil Temperature Sensor Inspection
WARNING:
Hot differential oil may cause severe burns. Do not perform maintenance while
differential oil is hot.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the differential oil temperature sensor connector and remove the
differential oil temperature sensor.
3. Wrap ...